*sniff* *sniff* What’s that? OH! I know. It’s the smell of trolls! Seems some people only come here to post about one topic; Evolution/Creationism. Wonder if they actually have any conservative bent at all or are just agenda pushers...
Speaking of a, “conservative bent,” I’ve noticed a distinct change in FR over the last year or two. When I first came here about 7 years ago, there were many long threads of discussion, much more conservative and mature than today.
My views are probably closest to those of Jefferson’s, than anyone else. Quite frankly I do not think Jefferson would feel comfortable on today’s FR—I don’t mean the forum itself, but the people who frequent it.
This is just an impression and wonder if others have noticed it.
Hank
You are relatively new to this site, so perhaps some explanation may help.
This site used to be science-friendly at one time. It has since largely been taken over by fundamentalists who insist on interrupting science threads with witnessing or challenges to what elsewhere is considered mainstream, established science.
Most scientists left in disgust, some were banned.
I am one of the few of an old group still left defending science from religiously-oriented attacks.
That comes nowhere close to the definition of a troll. A troll's mission is to disrupt.
And as for conservatism, I remember when being a conservative didn't require a person to believe in one of the extremist, fundamentalist religions. You know, back when I voted for Reagan in four different elections.